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About the Role

Dillon's Water Resources team is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer to become an integral part of our multidisciplinary group of professionals. This is your chance to dive into exciting, new projects, delivering unparalleled client experiences and shaping the world around us.

Responsibilities

Provide senior technical input for delivery of water resource management projects for both public and private sector clients.
Undertake and lead hydrologic and hydraulic modelling assignments for urban infrastructure systems including the analysis of surface drainage, storm sewer networks, dual drainage systems, sanitary sewer networks, bridges and culverts, erosion and scour protection.
Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modelling and analysis tasks utilizing software such as PCSWMM, InfoWorks ICM, Visual OTTHYMO, HEC-RAS, and HEC-HMS.
Provide technical input for complex or unique assignments.
Support multi-disciplinary projects or programs.
Direct, coordinate and supervise water resources related activities of engineering and design groups, both from a technical and functional standpoint.
Coordinate with cross-disciplines to identify and incorporate relevant data pertaining to hydrologic and hydraulic parameters, system connectivity, discharge points, project constraints, and implementation considerations.
Interpret results of simulations to assess capacity, identify system deficiencies, and evaluate improvement alternatives.
Apply monitored and statistical data to models to simulate return-period and continuous scenarios, and to calibrate and validate results.
Provide project engineering and technical expertise, calculations, and design input to various stormwater management and drainage systems.
Lead conceptual and detailed design of drainage and/or stormwater management infrastructure.
Undertake studies, assessments, modeling, preliminary and detailed design, cost estimates, specifications, and input to contract documents.
Fulfill project plans in accordance with established scopes of work, budgets, and schedules to execute high quality projects.
Develop new or novel concepts and approaches, and recommend major design changes.
Input to the career development of more junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring.
Contribute to business development activities including leading the preparation of project proposals and presentations.
Engagement with our clients to identify potential opportunities and strategic priorities.
Commit to self-development and ongoing learning to stay knowledgeable of industry best practices and advancements in drainage design.
Contribute to Dillon's corporate profile through active participation in professional associations and committees.
Contribute to the career advancement of junior staff, including technical direction, training recommendations, coaching and mentoring.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in civil or environmental engineering or applicable technical degree.
Eligible to hold valid a license from the relevant provincial Professional Engineering Association
10+ years’ relevant experience in a consulting environment on water resources engineering projects
Valid driver's license.
Proficiency with water resources tools, such as Visual OTTHYMO, PCSWMM, and HEC-RAS.
Strong understanding of municipal and provincial drainage design standards.
Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
A self-motivated individual looking for advancement opportunities.
Excellent initiative and attention to detail.
Mandatory experience in a range of water resources related projects, including urban drainage systems, hydrotechnical engineering, and stormwater management.
Experience with analysis, infrastructure design and construction administration.
Experience in water resources and civil engineering projects in Ontario.
Business development and proposal preparation and submission management.

Skills

Hydrologic and hydraulic modelling
PCSWMM
InfoWorks ICM
Visual OTTHYMO
HEC-RAS
HEC-HMS
Stormwater management
Drainage design
Communication
Report writing
Interpersonal skills
Business development
Proposal preparation

Location

Kingston
Windsor
Guelph
Kitchener
Hamilton
Oakville
North York

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior
10+ years

Education Level

Undergraduate degree in civil or environmental engineering or applicable technical degree

Salary/Compensations

$100,000 - $140,000

Benefits

Employee share purchase plan
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive health benefits
Generous retirement savings plan
Student loan repayment assistance with matching employer contributions
Flexible work hours
Learning and Development opportunities
Employee and Family Assistance program
Goodlife Fitness Corporate Membership
Wellness Subsidy

About the Company

Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned, professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management.
We partner with clients to provide committed, collaborative, and inventive solutions to complex, multi-faceted projects.
With over 25 offices and more than 1100 employees across Canada, Dillon offers a wide range of services related to building and improving facilities and infrastructure, protecting the environment, and developing communities.
Dillon is powered by people who are technically proficient, passionate about socially important projects, and motivated to deliver superior, tangible results.
We strive to remain at the forefront of technology and innovation, and are empowered to continually grow and develop.
Now operating for over 75 years, we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do.
Dillon has been listed as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the past 19 years and has the distinction of having achieved Platinum Club member status in this program.
We're not just a company, we're a community of trusted advisors, thought leaders, and innovators dedicated to excellence and transforming challenges into solutions.

Equal Opportunity

Dillon is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, diverse workplace where opportunities are based on skills and abilities.
If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.